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In My Mailbox (35)

In My Mailbox is a weekly meme hosted by Kristi at The Story Siren.

I only picked up one book this week and it was one that I had put a hold on at the library months ago.  I am super excited to read it because I have heard really good things about it.

Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
What books did you pick up this week?
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  1. Lisa NguyenJanuary 15, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    I hate how i haven't read this book yet. It's about history too! I love books that are set in the past. I need to seriously read this. But I hope you enjoy this book! :)

    Here's mine: http://shatterbooks.blogspot.com/2012/01/in-my-mailbox-6.html

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  2. Stepping Out of the PageJanuary 15, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    Between Shades of Gray was one of my top books of last year, I absolutely loved it! It's so touching. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

    Check out my IMM here!

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  3. A Beautiful MadnessJanuary 15, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    I still haven't read this book! I really need to read it soon!
    Happy Reading!
    Em
    My IMM
    A Beautiful Madness

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  4. Laura BurgandyIceJanuary 15, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Coolness! I haven't read this book. Looks good! I'm a new GFC. My IMM is here: Colorimetry

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  5. ShoshanahJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    I read a review of this one recently that really sparked my interest. I hadn't heard of it previously, but now it's something I'm definitely looking out for.

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  6. ElizabethJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    OLD FOLLOWER....Meanwhile.....Book Review and also a Giveaway on my blog if you care to stop.

    Stop by for a Review of DEAD IS THE NEW BLACK and a Giveaway of THE WICKED WIVES.

    LINKS BELOW:

    http://silversolara.blogspot.com/2012/01/dead-is-new-black-by-christine-demaio.html

    http://silversolara.blogspot.com/2012/01/give-away-of-wicked-wives.html

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  7. JC JonesJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    Isn't it great when that call comes from the library telling you a book you have been waiting for is in. I got one of those call this week too.

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  8. Alison Can ReadJanuary 15, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    Great week! Btw Shades of Gray was incredible.
    My IMM

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